The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed a measles case involving a resident from the Baltimore metropolitan area who recently returned from international travel.
This highly contagious virus is capable of spreading through the air when an infected individual coughs or sneezes, and it can survive in the environment for up to two hours after the person has vacated the area.
Health officials are actively working to identify individuals who may have come into contact with the infected person.
Potential exposure locations include:
- BWI Marshall Airport’s international arrivals and lower level baggage claim on April 12, between 7:50 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
- FastMed Urgent Care located at 2827 Smith Avenue on April 14 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., as well as on April 17 from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- The emergency department at Sinai Hospital on April 17 between 3:30 p.m. and 7:10 p.m.
Individuals who were present at these locations during the indicated times are advised to monitor for symptoms for a duration of 21 days and to verify their vaccination status.
Initial symptoms of measles typically include fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, eventually progressing to a rash.
As always, vaccination is crucial in combating the spread of this disease.
“Vaccination is vital for safeguarding ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities against measles and other infectious diseases,” stated Dr. Meg Sullivan, Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services at the Maryland Department of Health, in an official release.
“It’s important to consult your healthcare provider to ensure that you and your family are up to date on all recommended vaccinations, including the MMR vaccine.”
Officials are advising anyone who experiences symptoms to refrain from visiting public places and to contact a healthcare provider before seeking treatment.
State health authorities are urging residents to confirm that they are current with their vaccinations for measles, mumps, and rubella.
For more information regarding Maryland’s Vaccines for Children Program, visit the online resource. Additional details about the MMR vaccine can be found through the Maryland Vaccine Program.
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